US Bridges

Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147

Fair

Webster County, Kentucky · Sbl 1.4 MI N-Hopkins C.L. · Structure no. 117B00069L

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,207
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147 in Webster County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,207 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,456 by 2043. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesEdward T. Breathit
CrossesKy 147
LocationSbl 1.4 MI N-Hopkins C.L.
RouteInterstate 69
CountyWebster County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.52556, -87.47556
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.8 US tons
Inventory rating53.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,207 (2023)
Projected traffic6,456 by 2043
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2022.

How much traffic does Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147 carry?

About 5,207 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Edward T. Breathit over Ky 147?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.